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Is it normal to have a charlie horse after a torn meniscus surgery?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil
Dr. Rick Pospisilanswered
Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery
Post meniscus: Most patients experience some postop calf pain , spasm , cramping. Try gentle stretching or use of heat for 10 min. They typically resolve by the time u r walking normally , usually by 3-4 weeks after surgery
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